Ricky Nadeau of Madawaska entered two chilis in the 2017 UMFK Chili Cook-off, including this "toxic" version. But just in case the entry wasn't hot enough, Nadeau supplied some diced jalapeno peppers on the side. The second annual chili event is planned Saturday, Oct. 28.
(Don Eno)

Ricky Nadeau of Madawaska entered two chilis in the 2017 UMFK Chili Cook-off, including this "toxic" version. But just in case the entry wasn't hot enough, Nadeau supplied some diced jalapeno peppers on the side. The second annual chili event is planned Saturday, Oct. 28.
(Don Eno)

Chili cook-off benefits Bengals basketball

Contributed • September 26, 2018

The University of Maine at Fort Kent invites area cooks to ready their spoons and kettles for a “hot” contest and a chance to become the “Chili Champ of the St. John Valley.”

FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent invites area cooks to ready their spoons and kettles for a “hot” contest and a chance to become the “Chili Champ of the St. John Valley.”

The second annual UMFK Chili Cook Off will take place on Sunday, Oct. 28, at 12 noon at the UMFK Sports Center. There will be prizes for first, second and third place for the best chili. Tickets will be sold at the door for all-you-can-eat chili for visitors.

The cost to enter is a $20 donation; all proceeds will benefit Bengals basketball.

For more information or to enter, contact Fletcher at the UMFK Sports Center, 834-7546 or fletcher.f.brown@maine.edu.

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